Fintech firm Angel One appoints 'Ambarish Kenghe' as Group CEO


Fintech firm Angel One appoints 'Ambarish Kenghe' as Group CEO

Angel One has appointed Ambarish Kenghe as its Group Chief Executive Officer, effective from March 2025. Kenghe brings extensive experience from his previous role as Vice President and General Manager of Google Pay APAC, where he played a key role in expanding the platform’s presence and supporting India’s UPI ecosystem.

His career also includes serving as Chief Product Officer at Myntra, where he led AI/ML-driven innovations in fashion e-commerce, as well as holding positions as a strategy consultant at Bain & Company and an engineer at Cisco Systems.

Expressing his excitement about the new role, Kenghe said, “I am honored to join Angel One, a pioneer in transforming India’s fintech space. The company’s emphasis on innovation and customer-centric solutions has established a solid foundation. I look forward to collaborating with the talented team to drive future growth and provide advanced financial services to users.”

Dinesh Thakkar, Chairman and Managing Director of Angel One, described Kenghe’s appointment as a milestone for the company. “With his remarkable record of driving innovation and deep industry knowledge, Ambarish is the visionary leader we need for the next phase of growth. At Angel One, we believe effective leadership shapes the future of fintech.”

“His expertise will not only help us navigate the evolving financial landscape but also enable us to lead in delivering transformative financial solutions and unparalleled value to our customers,” Thakkar stated.

Kenghe’s appointment reflects Angel One’s commitment to strong leadership and its vision for innovation-driven growth in the fintech industry.